[Recalled] Sutures, Non-absorbable, Synthetic, Polypropylene, Sterile, Rx only, Product Usage: Non-absorbable polypropylene surgical suture is a monofilament, Non-absorbable, sterile, flexible thread prepared from long-chain polyolefin
Authorities recorded a safety problem with this product. The details below come directly from the government recall notice.
Recall details
| Product | Sutures, Non-absorbable, Synthetic, Polypropylene, Sterile, Rx only, Product Usage: Non-absorbable polypropylene surgical suture is a monofilament, Non-absorbable, sterile, flexible thread prepared from long-chain polyolefin polymer known as polypropylene and is indicated for use in soft tissue |
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| Brand / manufacturer | Teleflex Medical |
| Category | device |
| Issuing authority | FDA_DEVICE |
| Reference | Z-1293-2014 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Risk level | Class II |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 11 March 2014 |
Why it was recalled
According to the FDA_DEVICE notice, the identified hazard is: The products are being recalled because they did not meet minimum needle attachment strength requirements.
This Class II recall concerns device products distributed in United States and was recorded by FDA_DEVICE. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Check whether your unit is affected and follow the authority's guidance before further use.
Read the full official notice →
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